1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, both 1968 Innocenti IM 3 and 1968 Opel GT were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Opel GT.
Because 1968 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Innocenti | Opel |
Model | IM 3 | GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |